Annual Youth Climate Diplomacy Forum 2025
“Youth Power in Climate Diplomacy: Southeast Europe on the Rise”– The 2nd Regional Youth Climate Diplomacy Forum (YCDF) Flagship Conference Comes to Athens
Athens will host the 2nd Regional Youth Climate Diplomacy Forum (YCDF) this fall, bringing together young leaders, experts, and policymakers from across Southeast Europe to shape the future of climate cooperation.
📅 When: October 17–18, 2025
📍 Where:
October 17 (18:30) – Opening event at the Hellenic American Union
October 18 (09:30–18:00) – Full-day program at Europa Experience
The conference, under the theme “Youth Power in Climate Diplomacy: Southeast Europe on the Rise”, will spotlight:
Climate governance & regional cooperation
Green and just transition
Energy diplomacy
Youth movements & advocacy tools
Through YCDF, Local Youth Councils in 13 Southeast European economies are already driving dialogue and action for a sustainable transition. This year’s conference aims to amplify their voices in international climate negotiations and policy-making.
✅ Free attendance – registration required (limited seats).
Organized by the UNESCO Chair on Climate Diplomacy at NKUA, with the support of international and local partners.
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